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The former Schalke centre-back has missed the past two friendlies since going off against Wigan.

“Matip will be ready for the start of the season,” vowed Klopp.

Joel Matip of Liverpool during the Pre-Season Friendly match between Wigan Athletic and Liverpool at JJB Stadium on July 17, 2016 in Wigan, England. (Photo by John Powell/Liverpool FC via Getty Images)

“In the first two and a half weeks of pre-season he was really good. Now he's been out for a week.

“He trained today so hopefully he will be back in team training soon.”